What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Technician position at McLaren Health Care Corporation?
Position Summary:
Performs routine clinical laboratory tests under the supervision of a medical technologist.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
1. Performs routine laboratory procedures according to standardized methodology.
2. Maintains quality results by running standards and controls, verifying equipment function through routine equipment maintenance and advanced trouble shooting; calibrating equipment utilizing approved testing procedures; monitoring quality control measures and protocols.
3. Provides test results for patient diagnosis and treatment by operating equipment such as analyzers, spectrophotometers, colorimeters, flame photometers, and other laboratory equipment; completes preventive maintenance requirements; follows manufacturer's instructions; troubleshoots malfunctions.
4. Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
5. Conserves laboratory resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
6. Provides medical technology information by answering questions and requests.
7. Prepares reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
8. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
9. Maintains safe and clean working environment and protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control, hazardous waste and other policies and protocols.
10. Performs other related duties as required and directed.
Required Qualifications:
- Associate degree in an accredited Medical Laboratory Technician Program.
- MLT certification or certified within 18-months of hire or transfer.
Preferred Qualifications:
- One year of experience in a diversified hospital laboratory.
- Schedule: Full-time
- Requisition ID: 25000700
- Daily Work Times: 2200 - 0630
- Hours Per Pay Period: 80
- On Call: No
- Weekends: Yes
